A work session of the Fruitport Charter Township Board began at 6:30pm on Monday, August 13, 2018, in the township board room.
Members Present: Heidi Tice, Supervisor; Andrea Anderson, Clerk; Rose Dillon, Treasurer; Trustees Todd Dunham, Denise Winebarger, and Greg Hulka
Members Absent: Jeff Jacobs, excused
At 7:00pm, Heidi Tice opened the regular meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a prayer.
Also Present: 3- residents; 2- employees; 1- guests; Director of Public Safety, Brian Michelli; Director of Public Utilities, Ron Langlois.
The motion by Andrea Anderson, supported by Rose Dillon, was carried unanimously, to approve the minutes of July 23 and August 8, 2018 as presented.
The motion by Denise Winebarger, supported by Greg Hulka, was carried unanimously, to approve the agenda as presented with the following addition:
Unfinished Business- Item 7-C: Mt. Garfield/Maple Island street light approval.
CORRESPONDENCE / REPORTS
1. Heidi Tice shared a letter from a resident regarding interest in purchasing township owned property.
2. Andrea Anderson shared public hearing information for Spring Lake’s master plan update.
3. Andrea Anderson reported that the township has received a check for $1,656.30 from Consumers Energy, this rebate completes the Town Hall LED lighting project.
4. Andrea Anderson shared that 3,409 voters participated in the August 7, 2018 Primary Election.
5. Andrea Anderson shared that Office Machines Company, Fruitport’s copy machine vendor, is now offering IT services.
6. Brian Michelli shared that there will be a school board meeting coming up where the topic of School Resource Officer will be discussed. Brian also shared that the next slip ‘n slide event will take place this Saturday.
7. Ron Langlois reported a progress report on the Broadway water main upgrade; the road will be open in October. The Kuis Drain project is said to be on schedule.
8. Rose Dillon shared that the Fruitport Library Millage failed in the August Primary Election. It is likely that the millage request will be on the ballot again in November.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS: none
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
18-101 Resolution to bond for Muskegon Heights water settlement
The issuance of up to $2,500,000 of bonds to pay the cost of a judgment against the Township.
Heidi Tice moved, Rose Dillon seconded, MOTION CARRIED, adopt the resolution to issue bonds for the purpose of raising money to pay amounts the Township is ordered to pay pursuant to the Judgment and paying the costs of issuing such bonds.
Ayes: Dunham, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
18-102 Authorize signature for Engagement Letter for Ratings Agent for Muskegon Heights water settlement
Andrea Anderson moved, Greg Hulka seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to authorize the Supervisor to sign the letter of engagement from Standard & Poor’s Credit Market Services for use as the Ratings Agent.
Ayes: Dunham, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
18-103 Mt. Garfield/Maple Island street light resolution
Resident, Chuck Whitlow, requested a light be placed at this corner. The cost for adding a single LED streetlight at this location is $100.00.
Heidi Tice moved, Greg Hulka seconded, to adopt the resolution approving the addition of a street light on the SW corner of Maple Island Rd and Mt Garfield Rd, which makes a change in the lighting service as provided in the Standard Lighting Contract between Fruitport Township and Consumers Energy.
Ayes: Dunham, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
NEW BUSINESS:
18-104 Resolution for Attorney’s presents during Mediation
Todd Dunham moved, Denise Winebarger seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the resolution to ensure the Township Attorney’s attendance at mediations regarding Township business.
Ayes: Dunham, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger
Nays: Hulka
18-105 Resolution to adopt amended investment policy
With changes presented, the Township will now be able to participate in investment pools, giving increased investment choices when CD return rates are low.
Heidi Tice moved, Denise Winebarger seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to adopt the amended investment policy as presented.
Ayes: Dunham, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
18-106 Budget Amendments
Rose Dillon moved, Heidi Tice seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve the budget amendments as presented.
Ayes: Dunham, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
18-107 Approval for parking lot sealing and striping
The parking lot surrounding Town Hall is due to be sealed and re-striped. Three bids were collected for a 2-coat seal and restriping: (1) Lakeshore Parking Lot Maintenance $3,611.00, (2) Advanced Sealing & Paving $3,000.00, (3) Weather Mark $5,238.00. The project was anticipated and budgeted for.
Denise Winebarger moved, Heidi Tice seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve the town hall parking lot sealing and striping with Advanced Sealing & Paving for the amount of $3,000.00.
Ayes: Dunham, Anderson, Tice, Dillon, Winebarger, Hulka
Nays: None
18-108 Best Yard Contest
There were 7 submissions. 1901Pontaluna was chosen as the winner.
18-109 Payment of bills
Andrea Anderson moved, Todd Dunham seconded, MOTION CARRIED, to approve bills as presented for payment in the following amounts: General Fund $32,284.88; Public Safety $15,038.17; Water $104,244.92; Sewer $13,387.42; T&A $1,320.00; Street lights $14,736.11
Totaling: $181,011.50
Ayes: Hulka, Winebarger, Dillon, Tice, Anderson, Dunham
Nays: none
ADDITIONAL REPORTS:
1. The Board of Review Alternate position will be filled in December.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PART II:
1. Rick Tice, asked if current resolutions bind the hands of future boards.
The motion by Heidi Tice, supported by Greg Hulka was carried unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 7:49pm.
ANDREA ANDERSON, CLERK
HEIDI TICE, SUPERVISOR